The Los Angeles Chargers managed to secure a new deal with their wideout Mike Williams and avoid losing the former Clemson standout in the free agency. Williams inked a three-year deal worth $60 million according to multiple reports.
The agreement will see Williams, who played 2021 on a fifth-year-option, earning $28 million in 2022 and getting $40 million in guarantees. He also becomes one of the highest-paid wide receivers on an annual basis.
Williams had a career year in 2021, becoming quarterback Justin Herbert’s most reliable target. He finished the season with 76 catches for 1,146 yards, both career-highs, while also adding nine touchdowns. Since entering the league as the Charger’s no. 7 pick in the 2017 NFL draft, Williams totaled 227 catches for 3,662 yards and 26 TDs.
By tying Williams to a long-term deal, the Chargers are making sure that Herbert has weapons he can trust, which will help maximize his potential in years to come. This was especially important after the heartbreaking end of the 2021 season that saw the LA miss out on playoffs in the last week.
The Chargers are not done yet, having several more key free agents they will attempt to bring back. The list includes linebacker Kyzir White, pass rusher Uchenna Nwosu, and guard Michael Schofield.
